Manufacturing Test Operator - Quality & Efficiency Lead

AL8238 UK Grid Solutions Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

GE Vernova Grid Solutions in Stafford is seeking a motivated Test Operator to join our Manufacturing Operations team. You will support daily production targets, help with assembly and inspection, and ensure build quality using approved process documentation.

You will work with the Test Technician in test cells, maintain a clean, safe workstation, and follow EHS requirements while contributing to continuous improvement and 5S activities. Rotating shifts: 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm.

Qualifications

• Good general standard of education.
• Approximately 5 years' experience in a light mechanical assembly environment or similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively and communicate as part of a team.
• Good understanding of manual handling and workplace ergonomics.
• Ability to work autonomously to written standard operating procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work to deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Self-motivated, proactive and results-driven approach.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production targets in a rotating shift.
• Assist assembly and inspection per SOPs.
• Ensure products meet build quality standards.
• Use correct tools and current build/process docs.
• Support Test Technician in test cell operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation.
• Check equipment compliance including BV inspections, calibration, PAT.
• Carry out 5S inspections and support continuous improvement.
• Follow all Environmental, Health & Safety requirements and fully align with GE EHS practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet operational, quality and production objectives.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Right to Work in the UK

Education

General education standard

Tools

Measurement tools

Job description

GE Vernova Grid Solutions in Stafford is seeking a motivated Test Operator to join our Manufacturing Operations team. You will support daily production targets, help with assembly and inspection, and ensure build quality using approved process documentation.

You will work with the Test Technician in test cells, maintain a clean, safe workstation, and follow EHS requirements while contributing to continuous improvement and 5S activities. Rotating shifts: 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm.